Join the recovery efforts in southwest Missouri

Assistance

Get assistanceGet the latest news about the recovery efforts in Joplin and what resources are available to help victims apply for federal assistance, receive unemployment insurance, replace lost identification and more.

Donations

Donate to the
relief efforts
Many state and national organizations are accepting donations to assist with the relief efforts in southwest Missouri following devastating tornadoes and severe weather. Search for reputable donation organizations and get information about donation drives in your area.

Individual Volunteers

Anyone interested in helping with the volunteer efforts in southwest Missouri following devastating tornadoes should register online with 211missouri.org or call 2-1-1 (or 800-427-4626) for more information about current volunteer efforts. Sign up to volunteer

Health professional volunteer registration

Missouri Health professionals
Missourians
Register now
You can register with the Department of Health to volunteer during a disaster or emergency situation. To register, you must be a Missouri resident and/or have a license in good standing with the Missouri Division of Professional Registration. For more information, visit www.showmeresponse.org

Out-of-State Health professionals
Out-of-State
Registration
can register with the Department of Health to volunteer during a disaster or emergency situation. For more information and to find out if you are eligible, visit www.phe.gov/esarvhp/

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